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Discover Our MissionMajor Chinese energy corporations and equipment providers showcased low-carbon, artificial intelligence, and advanced oilfield technologies at the 42nd ADIPEC in Abu Dhabi. The four-day exhibition brought together approximately 2,260 exhibitors from over 170 countries and regions. Key Chinese participants included CNPC, CNOOC, Sinopec, Jereh, ZPEC, and Kerui Petroleum.
China Electric Power Alliance is constructing the northern section of the RTC solar and energy storage project across a 90-square-kilometer desert site in Abu Dhabi. The contract is valued at approximately RMB 13.962 billion and features 2.1 gigawatts of DC solar and 7.75 gigawatt-hours of battery storage. Jointly developed by Masdar and EWEC, the overall complex aims to provide continuous clean baseload electricity.
The Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Alibaba Cloud to drive the adoption of Agentic AI across Dubai's business community. The cooperation covers technical training, capability building, startup incubation, and enterprise AI transformation. The initiative aligns with strategic directives from Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed.
The UAE Ministry of Finance and the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources have partnered to migrate federal operations to Oracle cloud systems. The project will incorporate cloud automation and artificial intelligence across federal entities. The signing ceremony took place in Abu Dhabi on 1 November 2026.
China's Ministry of Commerce and Ministry of Science and Technology published a draft amendment updating export controls across 40 technology areas. The rules introduce licensing requirements and prohibitions covering artificial intelligence, biopharmaceuticals, and solar cell manufacturing. Public feedback on the draft measures remains open until 15 November 2026.
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Dubai Customs announced that 98% of its customs declarations are now handled completely automatically. The agency processed 21.15 million customs declarations during the first six months of 2026 using automated risk assessment systems.
Chinese President Xi Jinping met Omani Sultan Haitham bin Tarik in Beijing on November 2, 2026, marking the first Omani state visit to China in 48 years. China emphasized strengthening strategic synergy with Gulf Cooperation Council partners in energy and investment. Both leaders also called for safeguarding maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman sent a written message to Chinese President Xi Jinping addressing strategic bilateral ties and economic interests. The communication was delivered in Beijing during talks between Saudi National Security Adviser Musaed al-Aiban and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Discussions addressed joint commercial cooperation in energy supplies, high-tech industries, and reciprocal investment frameworks.
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Dubai Chambers has signed four memorandums of understanding with regional Chinese chambers of commerce to boost bilateral trade and investment. The agreements cover Beijing, Guangzhou, Chongqing, and Shenzhen, targeting enterprise expansion and reciprocal trade delegations. Dubai Chambers executives stated the initiative supports the emirate's target to expand non-oil foreign trade.
Jameel Motors has entered into an exclusive distribution agreement to represent Chinese automaker Chongqing Changan Kuayue Commercial Vehicle in the UAE. The partnership expands Jameel Motors' commercial portfolio and broadens Changan Kuayue's footprint in the Middle East. The tie-up caters to growing local demand for light commercial and urban delivery fleet vehicles.
Dubai-based DP World is launching a weekly shipping service connecting major Chinese export hubs with Tanzania and Mozambique via Southeast Asia. Meanwhile, dnata is investing AUD 32 million in an air cargo terminal at Australia's Western Sydney International Airport, and DP World opened a logistics hub in Italy. In parallel, global banks are expanding wealth management teams in Dubai, and French explorer Mantle8 has started a natural hydrogen exploration project in Ras Al Khaimah.
The Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC 2026) opened on Monday, Nov. 2, 2026, in Abu Dhabi. The four-day event features more than 2,200 participating companies from around the world, including several major Chinese enterprises.
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Dubai Airport Freezone announced it will host the Future Growth Nexus Summit on November 23 in Dubai. Organized with Forbes Middle East to mark the free zone's 30th anniversary, the summit will address cross-border trade policies, commercial free zone regulations, and supply chain modernization. The event features 27 confirmed speakers, including UAE Minister of Foreign Trade Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi.
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The People's Bank of China and the Qatar Central Bank have renewed their bilateral local currency swap agreement for the third time to facilitate cross-border settlements and direct investments. Concurrently, Qatari entities established cooperation agreements with Chinese counterparts in financial services, infrastructure, technology, and diamond trading.
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UAE Minister of Foreign Trade Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi attended the 42nd COMCEC session in Istanbul, calling for preferential trade activation and stronger trade finance. Figures presented showed UAE non-oil foreign trade with OIC nations reached roughly $358.1 billion in 2025.
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The UAE has issued federal traffic executive regulations under Cabinet Resolution No. 174 of 2026, introducing mandatory permits and registration for electric scooters, electric bikes, and mopeds starting January 1, 2027. Riders must be at least 15 years old to obtain a permit, which will remain valid for three years. The rules also establish vehicle safety equipment requirements and ban micromobility devices from motor vehicle roads.
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